1984 Daewoo Maepsy-Na vs. 2005 Smart ForTwo

To start off, 2005 Smart ForTwo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Daewoo Maepsy-Na would be higher. At 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Daewoo Maepsy-Na is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Smart ForTwo (74 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1984 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1984 Daewoo Maepsy-Na.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Smart ForTwo (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daewoo Maepsy-Na.

Compare all specifications:

1984 Daewoo Maepsy-Na 2005 Smart ForTwo
Make Daewoo Smart
Model Maepsy-Na ForTwo
Year Released 1984 2005
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1492 cc 698 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 59 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 101 Nm 110 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Length 4270 mm 2510 mm
Vehicle Width 1620 mm 1520 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1560 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 1820 mm


 

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